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Significance
Although Salafism lies at the core of jihadist ideology, it is also central to the lives of millions of people who have no connection to or sympathy with religiously inspired political violence.
Impacts
Despite their geopolitical rivalry, both Algeria and Morocco may expand Sufi-branded religious outreach to counter Salafism.
Declining Gulf backing for Salafism may reduce funding streams for West African Salafist religious leaders and institutions.
Constitutional secularism will likely resist fundamental changes, despite increasing religiosity in politics.
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